Code
C1231
HYUNDAI
C — Chassis
Low Pressure Sensor
Views:
UK: 12
EN: 21
RU: 17
AI status
Completed
Completed
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Causes
- Open or shorted sensor wiring (signal, reference, or ground)
- Corroded or loose connector pins at the sensor or ECU
- Failed pressure sensor (internally shorted or open)
- Blown fuse or failed power/ground for sensor circuit
- Actual low hydraulic/fuel/transmission pressure due to leak or mechanical failure
- Intermittent connector contact due to contamination or vibration
Symptoms
- Warning lamp(s) illuminated (ABS, brake, transmission, or engine MIL)
- Fault stored in ECU with related functionality limited (reduced braking/trac/shift logic)
- Loss of ABS or traction control functionality
- Brake pedal feel abnormal if brake hydraulic pressure affected
- Shift/harshness issues or limp-home mode if transmission/fuel pressure affected
- Intermittent or persistent fault depending on wiring condition
What to check
- Retrieve freeze frame data and full trouble code list with a diagnostic scanner
- Identify exact sensor location and circuit using vehicle service manual/wiring diagrams
- Visually inspect sensor and connector for damage, corrosion, deformation or fluid ingress
- Check and record PCM/ABS/fuse box fuses and relays related to the sensor circuit
- Wiggle-test wiring harness while monitoring live data for intermittent dropouts
- Inspect associated system fluid level and for obvious leaks (brake, transmission, fuel)
Signal parameters
- Reference supply (typical): ~5.0 V from ECU (verify exact spec in service manual)
- Signal output (typical): ~0.5–4.5 V proportional to pressure — low pressure near lower end (often ~0.5–1.0 V)
- Sensor ground: near 0.0 V (good chassis/ECU ground)
- Resistance: some pressure sensors show variable ohms across pressure range — consult service manual for exact ohm values
- Note: exact voltages/ohms vary by model and sensor type — always confirm with Hyundai specifications
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a scan tool and read DTCs, live data and relevant freeze frame values to confirm conditions when the fault set
- Identify the exact sensor (brake hydraulic pressure, transmission oil pressure, fuel pressure, etc.) for the vehicle model using factory documentation
- Perform visual inspection of sensor, connector, and harness for damage, corrosion, fluid contamination or loose pins
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure: a) reference supply voltage at the sensor connector, b) signal voltage at the sensor connector, and c) sensor ground continuity to battery negative — compare to spec
- If supply or ground missing, trace and repair wiring, fuses or relays supplying the sensor
- If supply and ground present but signal low, back-probe connector and try a known-good sensor (if available) or bench-test sensor per service manual
- Wiggle harness while monitoring live signal to find intermittent faults
- If wiring and sensor check good, inspect system fluid level and for leaks and repair as needed (brake lines, transmission cooler lines, fuel lines)
- If all checks pass and sensor replacement performed, clear codes and perform road test to confirm fault does not return
- If fault persists with verified good sensor and wiring, consider replacing or testing the controlling module per manufacturer procedure
Likely causes
- Damaged or chafed wiring harness to the pressure sensor
- Water ingress/corrosion in sensor connector
- Sensor failed from age or contamination
- Low system fluid level or leak causing true low pressure
- Blown sensor supply fuse or faulty sensor ground
Fault status
Status
Code C1231 indicates a low or abnormally low signal from the pressure sensor circuit. The condition may be due to a wiring fault, sensor failure, or actual low system pressure. Symptoms may include warning lamps and reduced system functionality. Verify sensor type and follow vehicle-specific procedures.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0-2.5 hours
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Code
C1231
MITSUBISHI
C — Chassis
FR outlet valve
Views:
UK: 7
EN: 16
RU: 11
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Open or shorted sensor wiring (signal, reference, or ground)
- Corroded or loose connector pins at the sensor or ECU
- Failed pressure sensor (internally shorted or open)
- Blown fuse or failed power/ground for sensor circuit
- Actual low hydraulic/fuel/transmission pressure due to leak or mechanical failure
- Intermittent connector contact due to contamination or vibration
Symptoms
- Warning lamp(s) illuminated (ABS, brake, transmission, or engine MIL)
- Fault stored in ECU with related functionality limited (reduced braking/trac/shift logic)
- Loss of ABS or traction control functionality
- Brake pedal feel abnormal if brake hydraulic pressure affected
- Shift/harshness issues or limp-home mode if transmission/fuel pressure affected
- Intermittent or persistent fault depending on wiring condition
What to check
- Retrieve freeze frame data and full trouble code list with a diagnostic scanner
- Identify exact sensor location and circuit using vehicle service manual/wiring diagrams
- Visually inspect sensor and connector for damage, corrosion, deformation or fluid ingress
- Check and record PCM/ABS/fuse box fuses and relays related to the sensor circuit
- Wiggle-test wiring harness while monitoring live data for intermittent dropouts
- Inspect associated system fluid level and for obvious leaks (brake, transmission, fuel)
Signal parameters
- Reference supply (typical): ~5.0 V from ECU (verify exact spec in service manual)
- Signal output (typical): ~0.5–4.5 V proportional to pressure — low pressure near lower end (often ~0.5–1.0 V)
- Sensor ground: near 0.0 V (good chassis/ECU ground)
- Resistance: some pressure sensors show variable ohms across pressure range — consult service manual for exact ohm values
- Note: exact voltages/ohms vary by model and sensor type — always confirm with Hyundai specifications
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a scan tool and read DTCs, live data and relevant freeze frame values to confirm conditions when the fault set
- Identify the exact sensor (brake hydraulic pressure, transmission oil pressure, fuel pressure, etc.) for the vehicle model using factory documentation
- Perform visual inspection of sensor, connector, and harness for damage, corrosion, fluid contamination or loose pins
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure: a) reference supply voltage at the sensor connector, b) signal voltage at the sensor connector, and c) sensor ground continuity to battery negative — compare to spec
- If supply or ground missing, trace and repair wiring, fuses or relays supplying the sensor
- If supply and ground present but signal low, back-probe connector and try a known-good sensor (if available) or bench-test sensor per service manual
- Wiggle harness while monitoring live signal to find intermittent faults
- If wiring and sensor check good, inspect system fluid level and for leaks and repair as needed (brake lines, transmission cooler lines, fuel lines)
- If all checks pass and sensor replacement performed, clear codes and perform road test to confirm fault does not return
- If fault persists with verified good sensor and wiring, consider replacing or testing the controlling module per manufacturer procedure
Likely causes
- Damaged or chafed wiring harness to the pressure sensor
- Water ingress/corrosion in sensor connector
- Sensor failed from age or contamination
- Low system fluid level or leak causing true low pressure
- Blown sensor supply fuse or faulty sensor ground
Fault status
Status
Code C1231 indicates a low or abnormally low signal from the pressure sensor circuit. The condition may be due to a wiring fault, sensor failure, or actual low system pressure. Symptoms may include warning lamps and reduced system functionality. Verify sensor type and follow vehicle-specific procedures.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0-2.5 hours
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Code
C1231
Other
C — Chassis
Speed Wheel Sensor Rear Center Circuit Open
Views:
UK: 16
EN: 31
RU: 22
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Open or shorted sensor wiring (signal, reference, or ground)
- Corroded or loose connector pins at the sensor or ECU
- Failed pressure sensor (internally shorted or open)
- Blown fuse or failed power/ground for sensor circuit
- Actual low hydraulic/fuel/transmission pressure due to leak or mechanical failure
- Intermittent connector contact due to contamination or vibration
Symptoms
- Warning lamp(s) illuminated (ABS, brake, transmission, or engine MIL)
- Fault stored in ECU with related functionality limited (reduced braking/trac/shift logic)
- Loss of ABS or traction control functionality
- Brake pedal feel abnormal if brake hydraulic pressure affected
- Shift/harshness issues or limp-home mode if transmission/fuel pressure affected
- Intermittent or persistent fault depending on wiring condition
What to check
- Retrieve freeze frame data and full trouble code list with a diagnostic scanner
- Identify exact sensor location and circuit using vehicle service manual/wiring diagrams
- Visually inspect sensor and connector for damage, corrosion, deformation or fluid ingress
- Check and record PCM/ABS/fuse box fuses and relays related to the sensor circuit
- Wiggle-test wiring harness while monitoring live data for intermittent dropouts
- Inspect associated system fluid level and for obvious leaks (brake, transmission, fuel)
Signal parameters
- Reference supply (typical): ~5.0 V from ECU (verify exact spec in service manual)
- Signal output (typical): ~0.5–4.5 V proportional to pressure — low pressure near lower end (often ~0.5–1.0 V)
- Sensor ground: near 0.0 V (good chassis/ECU ground)
- Resistance: some pressure sensors show variable ohms across pressure range — consult service manual for exact ohm values
- Note: exact voltages/ohms vary by model and sensor type — always confirm with Hyundai specifications
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a scan tool and read DTCs, live data and relevant freeze frame values to confirm conditions when the fault set
- Identify the exact sensor (brake hydraulic pressure, transmission oil pressure, fuel pressure, etc.) for the vehicle model using factory documentation
- Perform visual inspection of sensor, connector, and harness for damage, corrosion, fluid contamination or loose pins
- With ignition ON (engine off), measure: a) reference supply voltage at the sensor connector, b) signal voltage at the sensor connector, and c) sensor ground continuity to battery negative — compare to spec
- If supply or ground missing, trace and repair wiring, fuses or relays supplying the sensor
- If supply and ground present but signal low, back-probe connector and try a known-good sensor (if available) or bench-test sensor per service manual
- Wiggle harness while monitoring live signal to find intermittent faults
- If wiring and sensor check good, inspect system fluid level and for leaks and repair as needed (brake lines, transmission cooler lines, fuel lines)
- If all checks pass and sensor replacement performed, clear codes and perform road test to confirm fault does not return
- If fault persists with verified good sensor and wiring, consider replacing or testing the controlling module per manufacturer procedure
Likely causes
- Damaged or chafed wiring harness to the pressure sensor
- Water ingress/corrosion in sensor connector
- Sensor failed from age or contamination
- Low system fluid level or leak causing true low pressure
- Blown sensor supply fuse or faulty sensor ground
Fault status
Status
Code C1231 indicates a low or abnormally low signal from the pressure sensor circuit. The condition may be due to a wiring fault, sensor failure, or actual low system pressure. Symptoms may include warning lamps and reduced system functionality. Verify sensor type and follow vehicle-specific procedures.
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0-2.5 hours
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